HP EliteBook 840 G6
The Most Sought-After Business Ultrabook in Pakistan
About this laptop
The HP EliteBook 840 G6 represents the pinnacle of HP's business laptop engineering from 2019. With its sleek silver aluminum chassis weighing just 1.35 kg, this 14-inch ultrabook is designed for professionals who need a powerful machine that can keep up with their demanding lifestyle.
What makes the EliteBook 840 G6 one of the most popular used laptops in Pakistan is its exceptional build quality. It has passed MIL-STD-810G military-standard testing, meaning it can survive drops, extreme temperatures, dust, and vibrations — a crucial consideration for the Pakistani climate and daily commuting conditions.
The 840 G6 features a stunning 14-inch Full HD IPS anti-glare display with 1920x1080 resolution, perfect for long working hours. The 300-nit brightness ensures comfortable visibility even in well-lit environments like co-working spaces and coffee shops.
Under the hood, the Intel Core i5-8365U processor with 4 cores and 8 threads delivers reliable performance for everything from Microsoft Office and web browsing to more demanding tasks like data analysis, programming, and light photo editing. The Intel UHD Graphics 620 handles basic creative work and 4K video playback effortlessly.
One of the standout features of the EliteBook 840 G6 is its keyboard — widely regarded as one of the best in the business laptop category. The spill-resistant, backlit keyboard with comfortable 1.5mm key travel makes typing for extended periods a pleasure, whether you're writing reports, coding, or sending emails.
For security, the EliteBook 840 G6 comes equipped with a fingerprint reader, optional IR camera for Windows Hello facial recognition, and HP's enterprise-grade BIOS-level security features including HP Sure Start (self-healing BIOS) and HP Sure Click (hardware-enforced browser security).
Key features
- MIL-STD-810G military-standard durability — survives drops, extreme temperatures, dust, and vibrations
- Ultra-lightweight design at just 1.35 kg — ideal for professionals who travel frequently
- HP Sure Start Gen6 — self-healing BIOS that automatically recovers from attacks or corruption
- Spill-resistant, backlit keyboard with 1.5mm key travel for comfortable extended typing
- Fingerprint reader and IR camera for Windows Hello multi-factor authentication
- 14-inch FHD IPS anti-glare display perfect for long working hours in any lighting condition
- HP Noise Cancellation technology for crystal-clear audio during video calls and virtual meetings
- Two SODIMM slots for easy RAM upgrade up to 32GB — extendable in Pakistan
Pros & cons
What we like
- Excellent build quality with MIL-STD-810G certification — one of the most durable laptops available
- Extremely lightweight at 1.35 kg for a 14-inch business laptop
- Superb keyboard — widely regarded as one of the best in the business laptop category
- Comprehensive port selection including USB-C, HDMI, and Ethernet — no dongles needed
- Excellent Linux compatibility — popular choice among developers
- Widely available in Pakistan with easy parts and service access at Hafeez Centre, Lahore and Regal Market, Karachi
Worth knowing
- 8th Gen Intel processor is getting older — not ideal for heavy video editing or 3D rendering
- Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 620 cannot handle modern gaming or GPU-intensive workloads
- Display bezels are thicker compared to modern ultrabooks like the Dell XPS or HP EliteBook 800 G8+
- Base model comes with 8GB RAM — upgrading to 16GB adds to the cost
Specifications
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| Processor | Intel Core i5-8365U |
| Generation | 8th Gen (Whiskey Lake) |
| Cores / Threads | 4 cores / 8 threads |
| Base / Boost Clock | 1.6 GHz / 4.1 GHz |
| Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics 620 |
| Display | 14-inch FHD IPS anti-glare |
| Resolution | 1920x1080 |
| RAM | 8GB DDR4-2400 (2 slots, max 32GB) |
| Storage | 256GB PCIe NVMe SSD |
| Battery | 3-cell 56 Wh Li-ion — Up to 14 hours |
| Weight | 1.35 kg |
| Dimensions | 31.0 x 23.1 x 1.8 cm |
| Ports | 2x USB 3.1 Gen 1, 1x USB 3.1 Type-C (power delivery), 1x HDMI 1.4, 1x Headphone/Microphone combo, 1x RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet, 1x Smart Card Reader (optional), 1x Dock connector |
| Wireless | Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX201 (2x2), Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Webcam | HD 720p IR Webcam (supports Windows Hello) |
| Security | Fingerprint reader, BIOS-level security |
| Keyboard | Spill-resistant, backlit |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Professional |
| Colour | Natural Silver |
| Condition | Certified Refurbished |
Who should buy this
- Business professionals who need a reliable, durable laptop for daily office work and presentations
- Students in computer science or business programs who need a well-built machine for 4+ years
- Developers and programmers who value a great keyboard and Linux compatibility
- Freelancers and remote workers who need a portable machine for client work and video calls
- Anyone looking for the best value used business laptop in Pakistan under Rs. 100,000